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ChatGPT
It is flexible and easy to use for everyday questions, plans and tasks.
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Perplexity
It is made for researching a topic while showing links you can open and check.
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ChatGPTby OpenAI
Perplexityby Perplexity
What it does bestBest all-round AI assistantResearch with links you can check
Best forAnswers, writing, ideas, planningResearch, answers with sources
Beginner easeVery easyEasy
Free startFree plan availableFree plan available
Guide rating★ 4.8 / 5★ 4.5 / 5
Useful forEveryday help, Writing, Translation, Study & learningEveryday help, Research, Shopping
Choose it whenIt is flexible and easy to use for everyday questions, plans and tasks.It is made for researching a topic while showing links you can open and check.
Keep in mindCheck important facts and sources yourself.A citation is a starting point, not proof. Open the source.
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Five quick beginner guides
Short answers to the questions most people ask before using AI.
What is AI?
AI is software that can work with language, images and information. Think of it as a helpful assistant: useful, but not always right.
See beginner tools →How do I ask a good question?
Say what you want, add useful context and describe the result you need. You can always ask AI to improve your prompt first.
See a practical guide →Is AI safe to use?
Do not share passwords, private documents or sensitive personal details. Check important facts before you use or publish an answer.
Read the safety tips →Which tools are best for beginners?
Start with one simple tool that fits your task. ChatGPT and Gemini are broad helpers; Perplexity is useful when you want sources.
Compare the tools →Can I use AI on my phone?
Yes. All six launch tools work in a web browser, and several also have mobile apps. Start free and learn one feature at a time.
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